Preparations are now in full swing for the Middle East Military Technology Conference (MEMTEC) being held alongside the Bahrain International Defence Exhibition from October 29th – 30th, 2019. Sessions will discuss matters such as the current status and future of military technology, cyber defence strategies, the impact of artificial intelligence on the functions of armed forces, the use of military technology to develop simulation models of war, the impact of military technology on regional conflicts, and the future of military industries in Middle East. MEMTEC aims to showcase how global developments and advancements in the defence sector will reshape conflicts in the Middle East.
Press Releases
Press Releases
Board of Trustees Reviews Activities at Derasat
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December 12, 2019
The Quarterly Board of Trustees meeting reviewed activities and research carried out over the last 3 months. This press release is in Arabic only.
Celebrating a Decade at Derasat: ‘from vision to reality’
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December 8, 2019
Under the patronage of His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al-Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court, the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies, “Derasat”, will celebrate its tenth anniversary on December 14th, held under the theme “from vision to reality”.
State of Arab Cities 2020 Report – Regional Consultative Meeting
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November 25, 2019
A regional consultation workshop was held in Manama, Bahrain on 20 November 2019 to discuss and validate the first draft of the 2nd State of Arab Cities report, aiming to identify the most persistent challenges facing Arab cities with regards to financing urban infrastructure, and propose policy recommendations and effective responses to address these challenges.
Workshop on Gulf-US relations
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November 16, 2019
A recent workshop held by the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington (AGSIW) focused on Gulf-US relations.
6th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate
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November 11, 2019
At the 6th Abu Dhabi Security Forum, organised by the Emirates Policy Center, Derasat Chairman pointed out the precarious regional situation saying that, “Concerted efforts are the only way to address challenges facing us”..........
Derasat and BIBF sign MoU
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November 11, 2019
The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in science and research with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) in the former’s headquarters.
New Research Paper: Impacts of a potential US Recession on the Gulf
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November 4, 2019
A new research paper by Dr Omar Al Ubaydli examines the current state of the US economy, and the likelihood of it entering a recession during the period 2019-2020
Derasat and APSA to hold a workshop on “Women and Development in the Gulf”
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November 3, 2019
The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), in partnership with the American Political Science Association (APSA) in the MENA region, and the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, will organize workshop titled ‘Women and Development in the Gulf’, gathering prominent experts in labor, higher education, and energy, 6-7 November 2019 at Derasat headquarters in Awali, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Derasat Journal 2019 published
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October 19, 2019
Derasat recently published volume 10 of its refereed, semi-annual eponymous journal ‘Derasat’, containing analyses highlighting the most important Gulf-related, regional, and global issues.
Innovation Initiatives in Finland
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October 3, 2019
Visit to the United Nations Technological Innovation Laboratory and Demos Helsinki Research Center in Finland
Poll on Rational Use of Water & Electricity
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September 18, 2019
Dearsat will conduct an opinion poll that aims to understand better citizen attitudes and behaviour towards water and electricity usage with the aim to create more awareness on the impact of over-consumption.
Workshop for Government Service Centre Evaluations
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September 16, 2019
Derasat hosted an introductory workshop for representatives of government service centres in preparation for the start of the second round of evaluations which will start in October this year.
MOU signed with Tamkeen
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September 16, 2019
Derasat signed an MOU with Tamkeen to enhance collaboration in support of initiatives by Bahraini researchers and to promote Bahrain’s position as a regional and international leader in sustainable economic development.
MOU signed with the Sustainable Energy Center
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September 12, 2019
The Sustainable Energy Center and Derasat signed an MOU that will to promote renewable energy initiatives and projects in Bahrain and enhance collaboration and research activities.
Opinion Poll on Likelihood of War between Iran and America.
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June 2, 2019
A new opinion poll addressed the public's attitude to current tension between Iran and the United States suggesting they see it as unlikely...
Roundtable Reading: “Two Prosperous Decades”
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May 11, 2019
A reading roundtable to be held on Sunday, 21 April, will bring together a distinguished group of Bahraini and Arab political and intellectual figures at the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies.
Derasat Center Launches New Book “Two Glorious Decades” in March
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February 20, 2019
Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat), extended sincere congratulations and appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, may Allah preserve him, for the honor of presenting to His Majesty a book titled “Two Glorious Decades”, at a special ceremony held in Al-Sakhir Palace on the occasion of the eighteenth anniversary of the public referendum on the National Action Charter.
BooK Presentation: “Two Prosperous Decades”
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February 19, 2019
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Derasat extended sincere congratulations and appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, may Allah preserve him, for the honor of presenting to His Majesty a book titled “Two Prosperous Decades”, at a special ceremony held in Al-Sakhir Palace on the occasion of the eighteenth anniversary of the public referendum on the National Action Charter.